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  • Price cut: $30K (5/11)
    $600,000

    4511 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

    7beds
    3,540sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1892
    3,541 Square Feet Lot
    $568,700 Zestimate®
    $169/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Irreplaceable period detailsStunning stained-glass entry panelOriginal victorian architectural detailsOrnate carved fireplace mantelsMultiple spacious bedroomsOriginal pocket doorsDecorative transoms
    Incredible Opportunity in Coveted Spruce Hill! Step back in time and envision the future with this magnificent Victorian-era row home at 4511 Chester Ave. Bursting with historic character and old-world charm, this expansive 7-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence spanning over 3,400 finished square feet offers an extraordinary canvas for the visionary buyer ready to restore it to its former glory. From the moment you arrive, the stately covered front porch with classic white columns and bay window details sets the tone for the grandeur within. Inside, original Victorian architectural details abound, from the ornate, carved fireplace mantels and decorative transoms to the stunning stained-glass entry panel and beautifully turned staircase with original newel posts and spindles. The expansive main level flows through generously sized living and dining rooms, separated by original pocket doors, each room anchored by decorative brick fireplaces with elegant white mantels. The large eat-in kitchen offers ample cabinet space and room to reimagine. Upstairs, multiple spacious bedrooms including an oversized primary with a sweeping bay window provide abundant living space, complemented by two full bathrooms. The full attic presents tremendous potential for additional living space or storage, while the impressive basement with soaring 8-foot ceilings opens the door to endless possibilities, whether a recreation room, home gym, or additional finished living area. Throughout the home, traces of its Victorian heritage peek through the updates of prior decades, waiting to be uncovered and celebrated. With solid bones, generous room sizes, and irreplaceable period details, this property is a rare find in one of Philadelphia's most sought-after historic neighborhoods. Adding exceptional value, this home is located within the highly coveted Penn Alexander School catchment, one of the most sought-after public school assignments in all of Philadelphia. Property will be sold AS-IS.
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    Listed by:

    Aaron Wallace 610-931-6396,

    Keller Williams Main Line 6105200100

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2609162MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 7
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Radiator, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Additional Stairway, Attic
      • Basement: Full,Concrete
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,540
      • Total interior livable area: 3,540 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,540
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Accessible Hallway(s), Accessible Doors
      Features
      • Levels: Four
      • Stories: 4
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 3,541 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 26.00 x 138.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 461121800
      • Zoning: RTA1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
      • Roof: Pitched
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1892

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Spruce Hill
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $169/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $311,100
      • Annual tax amount: $4,354
      • Date on market: 4/16/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $568,700

        $540,000 - $597,000

        $2,893/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/5/2026Contingent$600,000$169/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2609162 Report a problem
        5/11/2026Price change$600,000-4.8%$169/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2609162 Report a problem
        4/16/2026Listed for sale$630,000+4244.8%$178/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2609162 Report a problem
        12/3/1970Sold$14,500$4/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$10,783 +147.6%$770,300 +8.8%
        2024$4,355 $708,000
        2023$4,355 $708,000
        2022$4,355 --
        2021$4,355 -38.2%--
        2018$7,047 +49.7%--
        2017$4,706 --
        2016$4,706 --
        2015$4,706 --
        2014$4,706 $351,200 +958.3%
        2012-- $33,184
        2011-- $33,184
        2010-- $33,184
        2009-- $33,184
        2008-- $33,184
        2007-- $33,184 +7.5%
        2006-- $30,880
        2005-- $30,880
        2004-- $30,880 +10%
        2003-- $28,064 +16.9%
        2002-- $24,000
        2000-- $24,000
        1999-- $24,000

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Spruce Hill

        Getting around

        92 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        83 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        97 / 100
        Biker's Paradise

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • High: West Philadelphia
        • District: Philadelphia City

        Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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